dia seis en el salvador

day 6. El Salvador. time has slowed. no longer the need to keep up with the daily grind. no longer the urge to wake and immerse myself with the trivial problems of the world. there is a disconnect from the “rat race” that allows one to question what is truly important in life. to question the ways in which we fill our days and filter out what clogs the soul. the quietness is consuming as the echo of the ocean equals a cleansing breath allowing space. the need to prioritize suddenly feels vital. the congested ways of America are highlighted as i am able to sit quietly and reflect. we work more to buy more to do more and be more yet it would appear that all we need is simplicity, health and reflection. my mind is calm. i know that this euphoria will not last yet i write this in hopes of it serving as my reminder. as joan didion tells us, it is a good idea to keep in touch with the people we used to be. this is a part of myself i don’t want to forget.